A grand jury indictment can, in some U.S. jurisdictions, supersede previously filed charges and allow legal proceedings to proceed without a preliminary hearing.
October 06, 2025
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Explains a procedural effect of obtaining a grand jury indictment in certain U.S. jurisdictions.
Preliminary hearings are court proceedings held to determine whether there is enough evidence to require a defendant to stand trial.
October 06, 2025
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Defines the purpose of a preliminary hearing in criminal procedure.